Cory Knutt

Some Canadians will be paying more for food in 2025. That according to the 15th edition of Canada’s Food Price Report, a collaborative effort by Dalhousie University, the University of Guelph, the University of Saskatchewan, and the University of British Columbia. This annual report provides critical insights into food price trends and their drivers, offering Canadians an essential guide to navigating the evolving food landscape. Food prices are projected to rise by 3% to 5% in 2025. The highest increases are anticipated in the meat category, forecasted at 4% to 6%. A typical family of four is estimated to spend $16,833.67 on food in 2025, representing an increase of $801.56 compared to 2024. Food price increases will vary by province, with Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador expected to see above-average growth, while Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario anticipate below-average changes. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot

Some Canadians will be paying more for food in 2025. That according to the 15th edition of Canada’s Food Price Report, a collaborative effort by Dalhousie University, the University of Guelph, the University of Saskatchewan, and the University of British Columbia. This annual report provides critical insights into food price trends and their drivers, offering Canadians an essential guide to navigating the evolving food landscape. Food prices are projected to rise by 3% to 5% in 2025. The highest increases are anticipated in the meat category, forecasted at 4% to 6%. A typical family of four is estimated to spend $16,833.67 on food in 2025, representing an increase of $801.56 compared to 2024. Food price increases will vary by province, with Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador expected to see above-average growth, while Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario anticipate below-average changes. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot

A sugar shortage across Western Canada is impacting holiday baking plans. White and brown sugar has been hard to come by, as 138 workers at Rogers Sugar in British Columbia walked off the job in late-September. The Vancouver refinery is the largest in Western Canada. Workers are looking to keep their Monday to Friday eight-hour shifts, instead of working 12-hour shifts and also having to work weekends. The Moose Jaw Co-op Food Store is feeling the pinch as customers look to get a head start on Christmas baking.

The Moose Jaw Warriors shut out the Swift Current Broncos 4-0 last night at the Moose Jaw Events Centre. Braden Yager had a hat trick and Jager Firkus scored his WHL-leading 23rd goal of the season with a short-handed marker in the second period. Captain Denton Mateychuk had two assists, extending his WHL-leading point streak to 19 games. Jackson Unger made 32 saves for the shutout win. The victory improves the Warriors’ record to 14-10-0-1 this season and moves them into third place in the Eastern Conference. Moose Jaw heads to Alberta for a two-game road trip starting Friday in Red Deer. Four Canadian teams were in action in the NHL last night. Winnipeg lost its second straight falling 2-0 to Dallas, Toronto got by Florida 2-1 in a shootout, Edmonton slipped by Vegas 5-4 in a shootout, and Vancouver continued its hot streak beating Anaheim 3-1. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot('/50748803/dmj-all-bigbox', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-1648064270259-bbm1'); s.se

Sixteen men from the community spent the night outdoors in downtown Moose Jaw Friday night (Nov. 24) in support of the Moose Jaw Transition House. Two board members also joined the cause. The group braved sub-zero temperatures as the mercury dipped to minus six, feeling like minus 13 with the wind chill.

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan (JHSS) is hosting a two-day conference focusing on reconciliation and restorative justice this week at the Grant Hall Hotel. The event, titled Changing Our Lens: A Community Gathering on Reconciliation & Restorative Justice, features several keynote speakers, panel discussions, and an Indigenous-based trade show that is open to the public. About 100 people from across the province are attending the conference, which wraps up Friday afternoon.

The Central Cyclones senior boys volleyball team claimed their first city championship since 2016 Wednesday night, beating Assiniboia in three straight sets (25-15, 25-13, 25-19) at the Sask Polytech gym.

The Central Cyclones senior boys volleyball team claimed their first city championship since 2016 Wednesday night, beating Assiniboia in three straight sets (25-15, 25-13, 25-19) at the Sask Polytech gym.

The Vanier Spirits senior girls volleyball team is once again city champions in the Moose Jaw High School Athletic Association (MJHSAA) after a hard-fought three sets to two victory over the Peacock Toilers Tuesday night at Sask Polytech. Vanier's last city championship was back in 2018. It looked like the Spirits would have an easy time with the Toilers after winning the first set 25-9. But Peacock bounced back in the second set, taking it by a score 25-17. Vanier would take a two sets-to-one lead after a 25-20 win in the third, with Peacock once again rebounding with a 25-23 come-from-behind victory in the fourth set. Vanier took control early in the fifth and final set and went on to win the tie-breaker 15-8.

Sixty students and instructor pilots from 2 Canadian Forces Flight Training School, as well as support members from 15 Wing Moose Jaw left Saskatchewan on Saturday, November 4, on board a United States Air Force KC-135 “Stratotanker” to continue training in San Angelo, Texas, until the end of November, as part of Exercise Jaw South. The exercise aims to maintain a sustained pace of pilot training on the CT-156 Harvard II by taking advantage of favourable fall weather out of San Angelo Regional Airport – Mathis Field. The KC-135, which transported 15 Wing Moose Jaw members to Texas, came from the 92nd Air Refueling Wing based at Fairchild AFB in Spokane, Washington. In response to Canada's Online News Act and Meta (Facebook and Instagram) removing access to local news from their platforms, Discover Moose Jaw encourages you to get your news directly from your trusted source by bookmarking this page and downloading the Discover Moose Jaw app HERE. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<90

Students at Sunningdale School in Moose Jaw planted 159 miniature Canadian flags Thursday morning to honour Canadian veterans and civilians who were killed during the conflict in Afghanistan. Several members of the Friends of the Forces Fellowship were in attendance for the event, which saw Girl Guides from grades 2 & 3 and 7 & 8 plant flags along the school's main walkway.

Students at Sunningdale School in Moose Jaw planted 159 miniature Canadian flags Thursday morning to honour Canadian veterans and civilians who were killed during the conflict in Afghanistan. Several members of the Friends of the Forces Fellowship were in attendance for the event, which saw Girl Guides from grades 2 & 3 and 7 & 8 plant flags along the school's main walkway.

Who doesn't enjoy a warm bowl of soup on a cold November day? Square One Community Inc. is hosting its second annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Nov. 17 at St. Andrew's Social Hall.

The City of Moose Jaw’s Heritage Advisory Committee officially unveiled the inaugural set of veteran banners in downtown Moose Jaw at a special ceremony held Friday outside of city hall. The ceremony was attended by veterans' family members along with committee members and dignitaries including Premier Scott Moe and Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross. A reception was held in the council chambers following the outdoor ceremony. Heritage Advisory Committee member Stella Richards, who took the lead on the project, read aloud the names of those featured on the banners, many of whom are Victoria Cross recipients. The “Veterans Banner Program” was officially launched in March 2023 as part of an effort to recognize Moose Jaw & area community members who have served Canada, while acknowledging the sacrifices they have made. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot('/50748803/dmj-all-bigbox', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-1648064270259-bbm1'); s.setTargeting('URL'

The Moose Jaw Fire Department responded to a single-story house fire on the 800 block of Athabasca St. East Saturday morning shortly after 10 a.m. Fire Chief Rod Montgomery says firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire.

The Moose Jaw Fire Department responded to a single-story house fire on the 800 block of Athabasca St. East Saturday morning shortly after 10 a.m. Fire Chief Rod Montgomery says firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire.

The Moose Jaw Police Service and Moose Jaw Crime Stoppers are continuing to search for 34-year-old Meagan Chartier. Chartier faces several charges including Fail to Appear in Court x 3, Possession of Stolen Property Under $5,000, Theft Under $5,000, Fraud Under $5,000 x 2, Misuse of a Credit Card and Breach of Undertaking x 3. If you know the whereabouts of Chartier, contact the Moose Jaw Police Service or Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477, go online at p3tips.com, or by downloading the mobile app. You will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. In response to Canada's Online News Act and Meta (Facebook and Instagram) removing access to local news from their platforms, Discover Moose Jaw encourages you to get your news directly from your trusted source by bookmarking this page and downloading the Discover Moose Jaw app HERE. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot('/50748803/dmj-all-bigbox', [300, 2

The Moose Jaw Police Service and Moose Jaw Crime Stoppers are continuing to search for 34-year-old Meagan Chartier. Chartier faces several charges including Fail to Appear in Court x 3, Possession of Stolen Property Under $5,000, Theft Under $5,000, Fraud Under $5,000 x 2, Misuse of a Credit Card and Breach of Undertaking x 3. If you know the whereabouts of Chartier, contact the Moose Jaw Police Service or Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477, go online at p3tips.com, or by downloading the mobile app. You will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. In response to Canada's Online News Act and Meta (Facebook and Instagram) removing access to local news from their platforms, Discover Moose Jaw encourages you to get your news directly from your trusted source by bookmarking this page and downloading the Discover Moose Jaw app HERE. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot('/50748803/dmj-all-bigbox', [300, 2

Crews were out around 5 a.m. Tuesday morning clearing roadways following last night's dump of snow and freezing rain.

Crews were out around 5 a.m. Tuesday morning clearing roadways following last night's dump of snow and freezing rain.